Day 4: March 11 (Part II)

Today was another exciting day in Barcelona! After spending time in class with our students (as Gina talked about) we traveled to another part of the city, called “El Barrio Gótico.”  The architecture here is absolutely beautiful, and it is also one of the oldest parts of the city.  We got to visit the “city hall” of Barcelona. I think its safe to say it is the more beautiful than any city hall in the states.  This is the location where the 100 representatives of Barcelona meet to discuss political matters.  The rooms were filled with beautiful architecture, and spectacular paintings.  One room, for example, “The Hall of Chronicles,” depicted the history of Roger de Flor’s expedition in the 14th century.  (I also happen to think many of the rooms looked like they were straight from Hogwarts) Tons of photos were taken everywhere we went, so be sure to check them out! (Here's one I took...) 

Later in the day, after the Picasso museum and El Born, we went to Santa Maria del Mar, a cathedral in el barrio Gótico.  It was built close to 700 years ago, but it is easily the biggest and most beautiful cathedral I have ever seen. The huge stain glass windows and the music were a beautiful backdrop for some tranquility in the craziness of the city. After touring the area of Las Ramblas a bit more, we got to walk around and spend some free time shopping and taking in the city. Everyone is a bit tired, but having a blast nonetheless! Buenas noches!